What's the best driver and best putter disc to get for beginner golfers? - www.DiscGolfersR.Us2015-08-02T20:36:19Zhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/forum/topics/whats-the-best-driver-and-best?commentId=1809917%3AComment%3A1903834&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI always try to steer beginne…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-25:1809917:Comment:19158342009-09-25T20:24:58.700ZBruce Brakelhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/BruceBrakel
I always try to steer beginners away from the Pro D and DX plastics for drivers. They chunk up too fast, especially with the abuse beginners give to a disc. You want something that is going to last. But Pro D and DX are great for putters.<br />
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If Innova is easier to get in Lexington, I agree with everyone who thinks you ought to get something understable like a Stingray, Leopard, or Sidewinder. For putters, it really does come down to what feels good in your hand. If you have large hands a lid…
I always try to steer beginners away from the Pro D and DX plastics for drivers. They chunk up too fast, especially with the abuse beginners give to a disc. You want something that is going to last. But Pro D and DX are great for putters.<br />
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If Innova is easier to get in Lexington, I agree with everyone who thinks you ought to get something understable like a Stingray, Leopard, or Sidewinder. For putters, it really does come down to what feels good in your hand. If you have large hands a lid putter like a Birdie or Polecat might be good. If you have really small hands, you might get better results with an understable midrange rather than a disc that is categorized as a putter. My wife is a very good putter and she putts with an understable midrange.<br />
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I throw Discraft and DGA. So I also agree with those who are suggesting the Avenger SS and the XL. The "SS" is important. It is a completely different disc from the Avenger that doesn't have an SS. You can get both of those discs in durable plastic, Z, ESP and FLX.<br />
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I think the best Discraft putter is the soft Magnet. I like the grip and how it holds a straight line longer than an Aviar or Challenger. But I also have a flat putting style. If you have a hyzer putting style, a Challenger or Aviar has a more reliable hyzer line.<br />
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Some of the people here are recommending you get a mid-range rather than a driver. If you start on mid-ranges, you'll develop better form. You won't throw them as far but it is easier to learn how to throw straight if you start with mid-ranges. Then I'd think a Coyote or Shark would be better for a beginner than a Roc. A Meteor or Stratus wopuld probably be better than a Buzzz. first driver should be a rage…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-15:1809917:Comment:19050372009-09-15T20:04:53.029ZDavid Rosenzweighttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/DavidRosenzweig
first driver should be a rage<br />
first mid should be a shark<br />
first putter a birdie<br />
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these are the discs i began with 8 years ago with the exception of the rage my first driver was a firebird which i do not suggest, alot of people do not like the birdie with its thumbtrac and i have since moved on to a wizard along time ago but the birdie and its thumbtrac helped me consistently release my putts and my putt game would be no where today with out it
first driver should be a rage<br />
first mid should be a shark<br />
first putter a birdie<br />
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these are the discs i began with 8 years ago with the exception of the rage my first driver was a firebird which i do not suggest, alot of people do not like the birdie with its thumbtrac and i have since moved on to a wizard along time ago but the birdie and its thumbtrac helped me consistently release my putts and my putt game would be no where today with out it I second (or third - whatever…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-15:1809917:Comment:19049142009-09-15T18:14:33.736Zrob baxhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/robbax
I second (or third - whatever) the comments recommending beginners start driving with a stable/understable mid-range disc. Then get a driver after you've developed the fundamentals. I wish I had gotten that advice when I started. I think it would have shortened my learning curve considerably. Try some putters - whatever seems to feel/work best for you. My 2 cents on mid-range at this point would be meteor, buzz, or glide. There are a number of good choices out there.
I second (or third - whatever) the comments recommending beginners start driving with a stable/understable mid-range disc. Then get a driver after you've developed the fundamentals. I wish I had gotten that advice when I started. I think it would have shortened my learning curve considerably. Try some putters - whatever seems to feel/work best for you. My 2 cents on mid-range at this point would be meteor, buzz, or glide. There are a number of good choices out there. Leopard and Aerotag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-15:1809917:Comment:19048362009-09-15T16:26:43.378ZJacksonhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/jqee
Leopard and Aero
Leopard and Aero for me as for the driver: JLS…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-15:1809917:Comment:19046632009-09-15T04:51:43.749Zvictor laphamhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/victorlapham
for me as for the driver: JLS. and for my putter ... a ching!
for me as for the driver: JLS. and for my putter ... a ching! Agreed, wish I had one when I…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-14:1809917:Comment:19043922009-09-14T23:28:19.779ZSean Johnsonhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/SeanJohnson
Agreed, wish I had one when I started. Turns into a great turnover disc when you get more power.
Agreed, wish I had one when I started. Turns into a great turnover disc when you get more power. I agree with you. The Leopard…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-14:1809917:Comment:19040872009-09-14T20:13:10.317Zominae_wuhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/ominae_wu
I agree with you. The Leopard is a great driver for a beginner.
I agree with you. The Leopard is a great driver for a beginner. A lightweight, understable, l…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-14:1809917:Comment:19040182009-09-14T18:39:21.485Zptld2001http://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/ptld2001
A lightweight, understable, lower speed DX disc. My beginner disc is a 150g DX leopard. Putters are more a matter of preference. I have an Aviar and an XD, and both are pretty good. I do use a heavier putter for the added stability.
A lightweight, understable, lower speed DX disc. My beginner disc is a 150g DX leopard. Putters are more a matter of preference. I have an Aviar and an XD, and both are pretty good. I do use a heavier putter for the added stability. Status and an Aviar. There ar…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-14:1809917:Comment:19038562009-09-14T15:17:55.804ZBrandon Swansonhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/BrandonSwanson
Status and an Aviar. There are tons of good options, but that's my pick. Probably a good starting set for a golfer would be just these two discs. Until you learn good mechanics, other discs (especially drivers) will frustrate you.<br />
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Understable and light weight is the best way to start.
Status and an Aviar. There are tons of good options, but that's my pick. Probably a good starting set for a golfer would be just these two discs. Until you learn good mechanics, other discs (especially drivers) will frustrate you.<br />
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Understable and light weight is the best way to start. Good suggestions. I was gonna…tag:discgolfer.ning.com,2009-09-14:1809917:Comment:19038342009-09-14T14:49:34.327ZRob Peilhttp://discgolfer.ning.com/profile/robpeil
Good suggestions. I was gonna say D Cyclone and D Magnet but a DX Aviar P&amp;A would also a very good putter.
Good suggestions. I was gonna say D Cyclone and D Magnet but a DX Aviar P&amp;A would also a very good putter.